2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 671 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
